Alpine Rhine Cycle

What's Included

• Accommodation
  6 nights in 3 star hotels

• 6 breakfasts

  Continental breakfasts are served and will often consist of breads, spreads, yoghurt, cheese, cold meats, muesli, tea, coffee & juices (note this may vary with the different hotels and all items may not be available).

• 6 nights accommodation

  Accommodation in 3 star hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities.

• 27 speed bike rental

  Bike rental with pannier and handlebar bag (premium 30 speed and e-bikes available on request - supplement applies).

• Luggage Transfer

  Luggage transfer for 1 piece with a maximum weight of 20kg, supplement applies for excess.

• Information pack

  Information pack including route notes and maps per room booked.

• Minibus transfer

  Minibus transfer from Constance to Splugen including bike and train ride from Reichenau-Tamins to Disentis including bike.

• Entrance to Rosgarten museum

  Entrance to Rosgarten museum including a coffee.

• Bike insurance

  Bike insurance is included.

• Emergency hotline

  Access to an emergency hotline.

What's Not Included

• Travel to and from Constance

  Travel to and from Constance is not included.
  
  

• Meals not listed as included

  Meals not listed as included, drinks are not provided.
  
  

• Travel insurance

  Travel insurance is mandatory and not included.
  
  

• Entrance fees other than specified

  Entrance fees other than those specified as included are not covered.
  
  

• Helmets

  Helmets are not available to rent or purchase.
  
  

• Premium or e-bike hire

  Premium or e-bike hire is available at an additional supplement.
  
  

• Guide

  This is a self-guided cycling holiday, no guide is provided.
  
  

• Solo traveler supplement

  A supplement will apply if you are traveling solo or book a single room.
  
  

• Transfers not listed as included

  Transfers by taxi or public transport if you need to skip a stage are not included.
  
  

• Excess luggage

  Excess luggage beyond the specified limit is not included.
  
  

• Hotel taxes

  Hotel taxes, if applicable, are payable directly to the hotel.
  
  

• Items of a personal nature

  Items of a personal nature are not included.
  
  

• Lunches, dinners and drinks

  Lunches, dinners, and drinks are not included.
  
  

• City or visitor's tax

  City or visitor's tax, if applicable, is not included.
  
  

Grading

This trip involves 5 days cycling usually along backroads with minimal car traffic (although some short distances will have heavier traffic). The average distance is 30 to 65km / 18.5 to 40.5mi per day, which should take between 3-6 hours. The tour follows a generally gently downhill route alongside the Rhine on good quality paved paths except on first section where the route is often unpaved. You need only carry your camera and water bottle etc as your main luggage is transported for you between hotels. Due to the more challenging sections, we recommend this tour only for young people in good physical condition (a discount applies for under 18yo accompanied by 2 paying adults).*For safety reasons, we highly recommend that cycle helmets are worn and that you bring one from home.

What You Carry

During the cycle day you will carry your daily requirements in the pannier provided with the bike. This may include your lunch, wet weather gear, mobile phone and water. A small daypack which can be kept inside the pannier is useful for sightseeing.

Mode of Transport

Travel includes a minibus transfer from Constance to Splugen, a train ride from Reichenau-Tamins to Disentis, and cycling along the scenic routes with a 27-speed bike rental.

Accommodation

Enjoy 6 nights of comfortable accommodation in 3-star hotels, each offering twin share rooms with ensuite facilities.